Off The RACE Track: From Color-Blind To Color-Kind, With Steve Simms

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WARNING! This podcast contains spoilers for episodes 1 – 5 of Wednesday Season 2. Your favorite gorgon, Georgie Farmer, joins Caitlin Reilly to talk all things Ajax: his relationship with Enid, his friendship with Bianca, and his true feelings for Bruno. And then Joy Sunday talks about how the adults in Bianca’s life are really NOT making it easy for her this season. And who she’s turning to for support. Plus, visual effects supervisor Mark Turnbull breaks down how they shoot those Hyde scenes. And the crows! Finally, we hear from director Angela Robinson on filming the action packed scenes with Slurp and on turning Gwendoline Christie into a ghost! 00:00 - intro 1:02 - Georgie Farmer 1:31 - What’s changed between Ajax and Enid? 2:32 - How does Ajax feel about Bruno? 4:14 - How does Ajax feel about Bruno and Enid together? 4:53 - Ajax and Bianca’s bond 6:32 - Ajax is the unsung hero of Season 2 7:03 - Georgie’s Gorgon makeup 8:07 - Working with Noah Taylor 9:08 - Georgie’s favourite memories from the set of Wednesday 11:11 - Joy Sunday 11:33 - Bianca’s story arc in season 2 13:08 - Joy’s take on Ajax and Bianca 14:19 - Working with Georgie 14:51 - Joy’s relationship with her mother 16:30 - Bianca’s siren powers 19:00 - Working with Catherine Zeta Jones 21:17 - Tom Turnbull 21:34 - Tom’s favourite piece of VFX work from Season 2 22:42 - Working on the Hyde 25:10 - Christopher Lloyd as Professor Orloff 27:36 - Angela Robinson 27:50 - Becoming part of the Wednesday crew 28:25 - Collaborating with Al and Miles 29:49 - Pugsley and Gomez 32:14 - Pugsley and Slurp share a moment 33:30 - Weems returns! 34:59 - Outro…

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Off the RACE Track: From Color-Blind to Color-Kind, with Steve Simms – EM250

7 years ago 44:27

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Steve shares about his new book called Off the Race Track, which helps believers know how to be color kind. He also tells stories about how he came to care about this issue. He provides lessons from his time pastoring a multiracial church.

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What We Talked About

00:24 - Episode summary
01:31 - Longing to see reconciliation
03:10 - What does it mean to be color kind?
05:19 - Taking the first step
06:43 - Finding ways to understand others
08:10 - Approaching a different culture
11:07 - Beginning to interact on a personal level
13:45 - How did you pursue knowledge on the issues?
16:04 - Grasping the history of racial division
18:01 - What can we do to repair the problems?
19:16 - For the pastors seeking a Revelation congregation
21:50 - The many meanings of diversity
23:35 - Representing every tribe and tongue
26:10 - Pastoring a diverse church
28:50 - Where to start
31:46 - One person can change the world
33:55 - How can we best pray for you?
38:05 - How YOU can be involved in the Engaging Missions Show

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Off the RACE Track: From Color-Blind to Color-Kind, with Steve Simms – EM250

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published 7 years ago

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Steve's Book: https://amzn.to/2WD6gQS
Become a Patron: https://engagingmissions.com/patron

What We Talked About

00:24 - Episode summary
01:31 - Longing to see reconciliation
03:10 - What does it mean to be color kind?
05:19 - Taking the first step
06:43 - Finding ways to understand others
08:10 - Approaching a different culture
11:07 - Beginning to interact on a personal level
13:45 - How did you pursue knowledge on the issues?
16:04 - Grasping the history of racial division
18:01 - What can we do to repair the problems?
19:16 - For the pastors seeking a Revelation congregation
21:50 - The many meanings of diversity
23:35 - Representing every tribe and tongue
26:10 - Pastoring a diverse church
28:50 - Where to start
31:46 - One person can change the world
33:55 - How can we best pray for you?
38:05 - How YOU can be involved in the Engaging Missions Show

Resources & Contact Info

Off the RACE Track: From Color-Blind to Color-Kind

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Small Shrimp + Big Faith in Honduras, with Jeremy Wainwright – EM278 40:59

5 years ago40:59

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Isn't it just like God to use something seemingly small, like shrimp, to make a MASSIVE impact in the Kingdom? It might seem like Jeremy Wainwright just suddenly decided to make a change, but really, God was working in his heart long before his friend said, "Would you like to go to Honduras?" It didn't take him long to decide that this was the opportunity God was giving him and that trip changed EVERYTHING. Now Jeremy has started Shrimp Matters and is actively working with partners in the United States as well as Honduras to bring sustainable shrimp farming to communities. His work, despite the challenges of COVID-19, is making a difference, and he believes that God has more! It was exciting to talk with Jeremy and I believe you'll be as encouraged as I was. Listen to Discover When God started working on Jeremy's heart How key relationships have helped Jeremy along the way The power of waiting patiently, trusting that God is moving How Jeremy has grown as a Believer and as a leader What impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on their shrimp farm Jeremy's heart for ministry led by the local Church What a small payment, a $100 bill, and shrimp have to do with the Kingdom And much, much more Resources & Contact Info Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/shrimpmatters Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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A Quick Update on Engaging Missions 3:51

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It's been a little over 6 months since I published the most recent episode of the Engaging Missions Show. When we started 2020, I let you know that I was going to publish "when I could" and so far, I haven't. Here's what's going on, what's planned, and a few resources in case you need to fill the void I've created by not publishing: Other podcasts about missions and church planting Global Missions Podcast Voice of the Martyrs Radio I'd love to hear from you.You can find all the ways to contact me on my c ontact page . Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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God Does Amazing Things When We Trust and Obey, with Don Armstead – EM276 37:54

6 years ago37:54

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Sometimes stepping out in faith can seem scary. Listen as Don Armstead shares how God's shown His faithfulness and providence through years of professional transitions, leading worship, church transitions, and more. Full Episode Notes : http://engagingmissions.com/276 Don's Website : http://dwafm.org We all want to see God do amazing thing but sometimes the struggle is in remaining faithful and obedient in the various places God calls us. Listen as Don Armstead shares the stories of God’s spectacular faithfulness. From career transitions to allowing God to teach him to play music as a worship leader to navigating church transitions and more, Don has remained faithfully obedient. And through it all, God has shown His incredible providence. While the world would point to a path of personal gain and glory, Don has chosen to be obedient in the little things and because of that faithfulness, God has taken him to places he’d never have dreamed. Now, not only does he minister in a local church, he’s able to travel to the Philippines for months at a time, building relationships, ministering, and supporting the Church there with a vision that is expanding from glory to glory to glory. Listen to hear what God’s done and to be inspired. What We Talked About It was really about paying close attention to the direction of the Holy Spirit. 00:24 - Episode Introduction 01:19 - Introducing Don Armstead - Worship Leader, Servant, and Missionary 01:48 - What was it like to minister alongside your father? 02:54 - Bringing order and structure to a family-oriented church 03:47 - Listening to the Holy Spirit when there's relational friction 05:02 - The time when God helped Don learn difficult song on the piano 07:45 - How God showed His providence when Don moved to Chicago 11:07 - Why the career change from banking to hospitality? 13:56 - The invitation and the delay that took Don to the Philippines at the right time 18:34 - How did the idea for missionary housing fit into the timeline? 22:01 - What is God revealing now as the vision for the future? 27:29 - What doors and relationships are you waiting on God for right now? 28:53 - Don's Website 29:25 - The two most important things Don would like to leave us with 31:19 - How we can best pray for Don 32:31 - A place where you can find more podcasts focused on missions and church planting Resources & Contact Info Don's Website : http://dwafm.org Don's Email : Don@dwafm.org Facebook @DWAFM @don.armstead Twitter : @pastorarmstead LinkedIn Skype : DWAFM Message Line : 800-865-6346 Additional Resources Missions and Church Planting Podcast list on Podchaser Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to use Facebook Groups for Missionaries, with Eric Nevins – EM275 27:29

6 years ago27:29

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Wondering how Facebook Groups could help missionaries? Or how spiritual formation can help build community. Listen as Eric Nevins shares what he's learned when building the Christian Podcasters Association. Facebook Groups can be a distraction or a powerful tool. Join us as Eric Nevins, founder of the Christian Podcasters Association on Facebook shares his insights into community building, spiritual practices, spiritual formation, and more. You'll discover how God has uniquely shaped him to be the host of the Halfway There podcast and the leader of this group and what God's doing in him now. Whether you want to start an online community, contribute more powerfully, or turn a distraction into ministry and growth, you'll learn something from what Eric has to say. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode Overview 00:57 - Publishing Schedule Changes 01:49 - Introducing Eric Nevins 02:22 - The value of having an online community 03:31 - What led to the shift in your thinking? 03:57 - What have your learned in building community? 05:32 - What kinds of questions should you ask? 06:41 - What happens when you form a healthy online community? 07:44 - How do you set the tone for the group? 09:15 - What do you need to think through before starting a Facebook Group? 11:41 - What do you do to help develop a sense of community ownership throughout the group? 13:08 - How do you stay engaged without getting sucked into the social media black hole? 14:32 - How has your interest in spiritual formation helped prepare you for leading this group? 16:47 - How does that change what you do? 17:43 - How does understanding the transition points in the lives of others help us understand our own journeys? 18:58 - What would you hope to see in the future because of what you're doing? 21:34 - Let's talk about spiritual practices? 22:52 - How can we best pray for you? 24:57 - Huge thanks to Eric 25:24 - Changes to the publishing calendar. 25:43 - Make sure you don't miss it. Subscribe today! Resources & Contact Info Website : https://ericnevins.com Christian Podcasters Association Halfway There What to Do When You're Mad at God 8 Day Experience Facebook : @ericdnevinsjr Twitter : @EricDNevinsJr Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Put Hands and Feet on the Good News, with Adrianna Manaugh – EM274 22:24

6 years ago22:24

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Even in missions work, people may leave if they're not seeing quick results, creating new difficulties. As Adrianna Manaugh shares, it's often faithfulness over years and decades that makes a significant impact. One way we can be more like Jesus is by being faithful in the work we do. Adrianna Manaugh joins the show to talk about the importance of staying and building trust in missions work. Adrianna works with Partners International, which brings missionaries and local ministries together around the world. Growing up, Adrianna always loved hearing stories from missionaries, and now she gets to share her own. In this episode, hear about her journey into ministry and her desire to show people God’s love. Not only does Adrianna share the Gospel through words, but she also shares the Gospel through serving and partnering with communities across the nations. What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode introduction 01:18 - Welcoming Adrianna 01:40 - How were you called into missions? 02:25 - Preparation for cross-cultural ministry 03:15 - What drew you to development? 04:10 - Putting hands and feet to the Gospel 04:44 - Staying to serve 05:45 - Praying and persevering through problems 06:34 - What was the first organization you worked with? 07:38 - Bridging the gap between ministry and community 08:29 - An example of sustainability and teamwork 09:21 - What do you do in your work? 09:50 - The structure of Partners 10:30 - Different ministry roles 11:02 - How did trips to Haiti impact your work? 11:44 - Avoiding compassion fatigue 12:27 - Learning how to read the stories of hope 13:06 - A story of redemption through ministry 14:20 - How common is that kind of story? 15:07 - What is the biggest need? 15:50 - Challenges in missions work 16:29 - Steps to get involved 16:57 - Secrets of walking in faithfulness 17:26 - How can people be a part of Partners? 17:46 - Be involved before you go 18:42 - How can we best pray for you? 19:10 - Closing thoughts 19:43 - Updates and episode information Resources & Contact Info Website : http://partners.ngo Email Adrianna : adrianna.manaugh@partners.ngo Get Involved : getinvolved@partners.ngo Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Great Story: How Mission is for All People of God, with Ed Smither – EM273 25:19

6 years ago25:19

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If we'll listen, we can learn a great deal from history. Listen to discover what God has done throughout the centuries and how we can all be involved. Learning about the history of missions can help us see what God is up to in the world today. Ed Smither comes to share about his new book, World Mission: A Concise Global History. This book shows how God has used many kinds of people to share the Good News of Jesus around the world. Ed is a professor and the Dean of Intercultural Studies and history of Christianity. He also has travelled the world doing missions work and using history to tell people about Jesus. During the show, Ed reminds us about the need to know where Christian mission came from and what it has to say to the Church today. What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode introduction 01:22 - Welcoming Ed Smither 01:54 - What inspired you to write this book? 02:59 - Who is this book intended for? 03:33 - Parts of the book that stand out 05:11 - Living out missions in everyday life 06:06 - Defining what missions is 07:27 - Entering the greatest divide 09:17 - What reduces long-term effectiveness? 11:01 - How did your work impact your book? 13:03 - Places with rich Christian history 14:55 - What does history have to tell us? 16:21 - Looking at trends in Christian world 17:29 - The story of Christianity 19:08 - Where to find the book and to connect 19:28 - How can we best pray for you? 19:53 - Encouragement to pray 20:15 - Closing thoughts 22:13 - Bonus segment Resources & Contact Info Christian Mission (Amazon Affiliate) Ed's Website: http://edsmither.com Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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TWR: Taking the Gospel Across the Airwaves and Into Digital Downloads, with Carol VanDyken – EM272 44:31

6 years ago44:31

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Right now, people around the world are hearing about the Good News of Jesus through the radio and digital media. Carol VanDyken tells us about TWR – international Christian media ministry, an organization that spreads the Gospel through the airwaves. This group has partner offices in 190 countries around the world, broadcasting the Gospel in more than 230 languages. Carol has been involved in missions for many years. She and her family have lived in the Caribbean, Sri Lanka, South Africa, and Cyprus. As they have travelled the world, Carol has seen God move and work in many ways. She encourages us to think about our gifts and talents and how God might be calling us to use them in Kingdom work. What We Talked About 00:24 – Episode introduction 00:58 – The Christian’s Podcaster Association 01:46 – Carol VanDyken with TWR 02:04 – Where all have you lived? 04:40 – Creating relationships with donors 05:31 – Transition to digital ministry platforms 07:28 – A desire for communities to speak to their own people 08:34 – What is needed for local programming? 09:23 – Did you always want to be a missionary? 12:37 – Memorable transitions in ministry 15:28 – Deciding between family and missions work 17:49 – Work in the recruiting department 19:55 – What do you look for in applicants? 21:26 – Greater access through social and digital media 22:25 – The fruit of what you’re doing 25:58 – Exciting changes around the corner 27:42 – Advice for aspiring missionaries 31:31 – Keeping relationships strong 32:44 – A wide arena for using gifts for the Kingdom 34:31 – How can we best pray for you? 36:57 – Encouragement to pray 38:01 – Closing thoughts and what’s next on the podcast 40:04 – Bonus segment Resources & Contact Info MissionNext TWR Carol's Email Additional Resources Christian Podcasts Association Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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This is the Way: Following God One Pedal at a Time, with Doug Search – EM271 57:26

6 years ago57:26

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The Bible is God’s letter to all people, and it’s central in teaching us about who God is. Douglas Search joins the show to share about how he is working to get more Bibles in more hands across the world. Doug has travelled to places like Kenya, New Zealand, South Africa, and Ghana to bring Megavoice audio Bibles to people who don’t have one. For a few years, Doug worked at a Bible school in Jerusalem, and the story of how he got there is a testimony of God’s faithfulness. Over and over, he mentions how God led him in ways he never expected. Doug is passionate about teaching the Bible to people and seeing people grow in their love for the Scriptures. Love Never Fails International : https://engagingmissions.com/love Biking for Bibles : http://bikingforbibles.org Question of the Week : https://www.facebook.com/engagingmissions/posts/2514738735274529 What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode Introduction 01:16 - Love Never Fails International 02:21 - Doug Search of Biking for Bibles 02:38 - What led to your love of the Bible? 03:33 - A growing passion for the words of God 04:02 - The story and importance of Israel 05:13 - From a sense to setting foot in the nation 06:11 - Jerusalem Teaching Site 11:32 - Did your family go with you? 13:37 - Moments of God’s provision 16:55 - The impact of knowing God’s Scripture 19:42 - Transitioning to spending time in Africa 24:43 - What did you do in South Africa? 26:00 - Biking for Bibles 35:07 - How can people partner with you? 38:28 - Where did “3,800 kilometers” come from? 43:10 - How can we best pray for you? 47:03 - A call to pray for Doug 48:48 - Question of the Week Resources & Contact Info Biking for Bibles : http://bikingforbibles.org Email : doug@bikingforbibles.org Facebook : Biking for Bibles: https://www.facebook.com/bikingforbibles/ Thru the Bible: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thruBible/ Phone : +64-27-260-2028 Additional Links Indistractible: https://amzn.to/2MJ1a1m Question of the Week: Indistractible - https://amzn.to/2MJ1a1m Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Seeing the Greater Vision: Overcoming Fear as a Missionary, with Briel Kjetland – EM270 34:42

6 years ago34:42

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For those interested in missions, it is important to remember that entering the mission field is a process. This week on Engaging Missions, Briel Kjetland shares about the work she’s doing to become a missionary associate. Since graduating from Trinity Christian, Briel has been planning and preparing for mission work. When she was in high school, Briel heard God’s call to be a missionary. She’s been to many different countries and recently completed an internship overseas. On the show, she talks about the importance of obedience, discipleship, and remembering God’s faithfulness. When thinking about her future work as a missionary, Briel’s main goal is to bring glory to Jesus and obey Him always. Love Never Fails International : https://engagingmissions.com/love Question of the Week: https://www.facebook.com/567981299950292/posts/2460708890677514/ What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode Introduction 00:52 - Love Never Fails International 02:03 - Briel Kjetland 02:19 - What does it mean to be an aspiring missionary? 02:47 - The process of entering ministry 04:18 - What organization do you work with? 04:36 - Spending two years on the field 05:18 - Where did your missionary journey start? 06:25 - Responding to the call 07:17 - Trusting God through each step 08:15 - Moments of God’s faithfulness 10:24 - Journaling as a way to remember 11:34 - What has prepared you for missions? 12:33 - What do you expect to see in missions? 13:23 - One step at a time 14:25 - How do you see missions? 15:37 - Mentally preparing for cross-cultural work 16:27 - A heart for unreached people 17:34 - How to catch the vision 18:20 - A passion for discipleship 19:45 - The gap of communication 20:56 - Examples of discipleship 21:36 - One thing to take away 22:20 - How can we best pray for you? 22:50 - A call to pray 24:03 - Question of the Week 24:44 - Clare Carr 25:26 - Getting to know Clare 25:57 - What sparked your interest in the podcast? 26:55 - Working as a life coach 27:35 - Best place to connect 27:47 - Thanks to Clare 28:00 - Episode Summary 29:50 - Bonus Resources & Contact Info Briel's Email : briel_kjetland@yahoo.com Additional Links Clare's Website : http://clarecarrcoaching.com PodChaser List : https://www.podchaser.com/lists/Missions-and-Church-Planting-107Zzr2yxT Making the Most of PodChaser : https://toptieraudio.com/51 Question of the Week : https://www.facebook.com/567981299950292/posts/2460708890677514/ Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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When Offerings Have a Face: How to Love the Poor, with Keith Giles – EM269 49:29

6 years ago49:29

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The call of Jesus is always more radical than we would like to think. One of His calls throughout the Gospels is to take care of the poor. Keith Giles felt God leading him to serve those in need by starting a house church that gave 100 percent of its offerings to them. For 11 years, Keith has been working in house churches. On this episode, Keith shares about the beauty and chaos that comes with house churches. He also talks about realizing full-time ministry can happen in motels and grocery stores, not just church buildings. During the show, he gives many stories of God’s work with those in need. Keith reminds us that Jesus has called us to love our neighbor, especially the poor. Love Never Fails International : https://engagingmissions.com/love Who is your favorite Bible character and why? https://www.facebook.com/engagingmissions/posts/2405466479535089 What We Talked About 00:24- Episode Introduction 01:26 - Our Sponsor: Love Never Fails International 02:34 - Welcoming Keith Giles 03:12 - Mutual connections 03:35 - From vocational ministry to a house church 05:58 - A call to care for the poor 11:15 - How to bring life to those in need 14:48 - Seeing who the offering goes to 17:01 - The great reversal 19:23 - An experience of transformation 22:54 - What is required to partner with the poor? 24:57 - Does it ever get messy? 26:34 - How do you keep Jesus at the center? 32:01 - Bringing reconciliation of differences 34:20 - Separating relationship with people 38:18 - A place to start reading 39:22 - How can we best pray for you? 41:16 - Final thoughts 42:00 - Episode Summary 43:41 - Bonus Resources & Contact Info Jesus Untangled : https://amzn.to/31DWZK5 Jesus Unveiled : https://amzn.to/33sb6np Website : http://KeithGiles.com Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/keithagiles Twitter : @KeithGiles LinkedIn : https://www.linkedin.com/in/keithgiles-writer/ Other : http://HereticHappyHour.com Additional Links From the Forefront : http://fromtheforefront.com Top Tier Audio : https://toptieraudio.com Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Power of God’s Word and an Audio Bible Voiced by Women, with Ann White – EM268 40:14

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When Jesus rose and returned to the Father, He left us the Holy Spirit and the Scriptures. For some people, hearing the Bible read in a woman’s voice is the best way for them to come and know Jesus. On this episode, Ann White joins to talk about her story and how she became interested in making a female audio Bible. Through processing her own trauma and working with incarcerated women, Ann found the need for people to hear the Bible in a woman’s voice. She shares about the importance of Scripture for everyday life. By making the Bible accessible for people, more are able to hear about the amazing love of God and what He’s done for them. Love Never Fails International : https://engagingmissions.com/love When Jesus rose and returned to the Father, He left us the Holy Spirit and the Scriptures. For some people, hearing the Bible read in a woman’s voice is the best way for them to come and know Jesus. On this episode, Ann White joins to talk about her story and how she became interested in making a female audio Bible. Through processing her own trauma and working with incarcerated women, Ann found the need for people to hear the Bible in a woman’s voice. She shares about the importance of Scripture for everyday life. By making the Bible accessible for people, more are able to hear about the amazing love of God and what He’s done for them. What We Talked About If we’re going to get lost in something, let’s get lost in God’s Word. - @AnnWhiteCFL 00:24 - Episode Introduction 01:02 - Sponsor a Child: Love Never Fails International 02:08 - Getting to know Ann White 02:41 - How did the Scriptures impact you? 05:13 - A complete story of redemption 06:49 - Understanding verses in context 09:02 - Family pain and finding freedom 11:24 - Transforming thoughts and finding healing 15:56 - You are not alone 18:55 - Ministering to women with audio Bibles 24:14 - The impact of this ministry 26:50 - The Spirit and the Scriptures 29:03 - What keeps you going in ministry? 32:40 - First steps to be involved 33:26 - Text "Bible" to 62953 35:22 - How can we best pray for you? 36:53 - Encouragement for prayer 37:56 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Website : http://courageforlife.org Facebook : @AnnWhiteCFL Twitter : @AnnWhiteCFL The Power of Four : https://www.backtothebible.org/research Get the Bible App Text "Bible" to 62953 https://courageforlife.org/app/ Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Destiny Rescue: Finding Freedom in the Love of Jesus, with Cory Nickols – EM267 43:32

6 years ago43:32

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It can be hard to believe that slavery is still real. Listen as Cory Nickols shares not only the reality of slavery right now, but also how God, through Destiny Rescue, is setting people free from slavery. Child Sponsorship: http://engagingmissions.com/love From the Red Sea to the resurrection, God is the One who sets people free. Cory Nickols joins in God’s freedom work by rescuing children from trafficking around the world. He works for Destiny Rescue, an organization in Thailand and Cambodia. The group rescues about 5 kids a day from sex slavery and helps the children find healing in Jesus. Cory has been working with Destiny Rescue for seven years. He writes, speaks, and shares testimonies about what God is doing through the organization. He believes that God has rescued us so that we can rescue others. What We Talked About God has rescued us so that we can be rescuers of others. - @corynickols 00:24 - Episode Introduction 01:28 - Sponsor a Child with Love Never Fails International 02:28 - Introducing Cory Nickols 03:12 - Working to rescue others 05:04 - What led you to this passion? 18:58 - Seeing the eyes of freedom 20:28 - God’s heart for children 23:00 - Building trust with rescued kids 24:54 - The size of the task 26:28 - Revealing God’s glory to people 28:45 - Stories of transformation 34:00 - Wanting to rescue them all 35:36 - Ways to be involved 39:16 - How can we best pray for you? 41:34 - Episode Summary Resources & Contact Info CoryWebsite : http://corynickols.com Email : i nfo@corynickols.com Facebook Twitter : @corynickols LinkedIn Destiny RescueWebsite : http://destinyrescue.org Facebook : @destinyrescue Twitter : @destinyrescue Instagram : @destiny_rescue Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Share the Good News in Someone’s Heart Language, with Darrel Templeton of Megavoice – EM265 57:36

6 years ago57:36

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You know the Bible is critical for discipleship. But what do you do for those who can't read? Darrell Templeton of Megavoice shares how they make the Bible available for illiterate cultures worldwide. - Check our our sponsor: Love Never Fails International Pray today about whether you should be part of their upcoming missions trip to India. Darrel Templeton of Megavoice For the past few months, Megavoice has been supporting Engaging Missions. Now we get to hear from Darrel Templeton about his work with Megavoice. Having worked with radio and mass communication, Darrel is passionate about making the Bible accessible to people through audio. By recording the Bible in different languages, Megavoice can bring the Gospel to people all over the world. Recently, Megavoice has been working on a video Bible for the deaf community in different sign languages. They also have over 43 languages lined up to record soon. In the episode, Darrel shares about the need for hearing the Scriptures in order to understand them better. When they actually hear the Bible in their mother tongue, or heart language, it doesn’t have to go through the brain. It goes straight to their heart, straight to their spirit, and they can understand that in a deeper way. Darrel Templeton 00:24 - Episode Intro 01:33 - Love Never Fails International 02:52 - Introducing Darrel Templeton 03:37 - Reaching the Deaf community 07:05 - How does the solar powered Bible work? 10:58 - A small team spreading the Scriptures 16:43 - How to partner in Megavoice 18:20 - The domino effect of the Gospel 23:55 - How do Bibles get to where they’re going? 27:26 - Why an app doesn’t work as well 29:56 - Avoiding distractions and devices 31:47 - Access is the first step, then discipleship 32:21 - How can people partner with you? 37:16 - What Megavoice Bibles do you recommend? 41:05 - Did Bryan get a Megavoice Audio Bible? Bryan Thompson This week, we also have a special guest, Bryan Thompson, returning to update us about Simply the Story and his life. Hear about what God has been doing over the last year through Bryan and his wife as they travel the world as nomads for Jesus. 42:03 - Introducing Bryan Thompson 42:21 - What’s been happening in the last year? 45:10 - Travelling together around the world 46:13 - New opportunities for ministry 47:41 - Moments of God’s provision 49:46 - The need for storytelling 51:47 - New projects and investments 54:12 - Best place to connect 54:29 - NotQuiteHomeless.us 55:19 - Episode Summary Resources & Contact Info Megavoice : Website: http://megavoice.com Email: info@megavoice.com Facebook: @megavoice Instagram: @megavoiceglobal Bryan Thompson http://notquitehomeless.us Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Unsaved Christian: Reaching Cultural Christianity with the Gospel, with Dean Inserra – EM264 32:44

6 years ago32:44

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Many people think they are Christian but have never heard the Gospel. Dean Inserra joins the show to talk about “cultural Christianity” and how to reach these people with Jesus. In his new book, The Unsaved Christian, he talks about different forms of unsaved Christianity. These people are not just “baby Christians,” but of a separate religion all together. We have to make sure that we’re not advocating for a morality. We’re advocating for a worship, really, for a following of Christ. They’re two very different things. Dean Inserra Dean's Book: https://amzn.to/2O74jvW What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode overview 01:21 - Megavoice Audio Bibles 02:29 - About the guest 02:45 - What is your book about? 03:43 - Centering the Gospel on Jesus 05:13 - How to bridge the gap of cultural Christianity 07:52 - Walking in the tension 10:28 - Becoming aware of the gap 12:11 - How can we make the Gospel clear? 14:43 - Different forms of unsaved Christians 19:22 - The problems of church membership 21:16 - Approaching traditions to reach the lost 23:50 - How can we engage in God’s work? 26:35 - Avoiding the witch hunt 27:57 - Final thoughts 29:09 - How can we best pray for you? 29:57 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Dean’s Website: http://deaninserra.com/ Dean’s Book: https://amzn.to/2O74jvW Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Crescent Project: How to Make the Good News Accessible to Muslims, with Fouad Masri – EM263 41:54

6 years ago41:54

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The Muslim community is more open to the Gospel now than ever before. Fouad Masri joins the show to share about his ministry towards Muslims, the Crescent Project. The goal is to inspire equip Christians to bring the Good News to Muslims throughout the world. Fouad works to answer questions about Christianity and make the Gospel accessible to the Muslim community. More than anything, he wants to be obedient to his Master and Savior, Jesus. Fouad reminds us that God is working and moving in amazing ways in the Muslim world. Check out our sponsor - http://megavoice.com/engagingmission What We Talked About 00:24 - Show introduction 01:00 - A way that you can be involved 01:39 - Megavoice Audio Bibles 02:37 - About Fouad Masri 03:07 - Life in Beirut, Lebanon 06:41 - A growing openness to the Gospel 08:46 - What has led to the change in response? 16:45 - How can we best connect with the Muslim community? 21:05 - The importance of prayer and training 26:03 - Transformation and new energy 30:01 - Where does reluctance come from? 33:14 - One thing to share with ministers 34:43 - What is Crescent Project? 37:40 - How can we best pray for you? 38:19 - Closing Resources & Contact Info http://crescentproject.org info@crescentproject.org Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Love Never Fails International: A Leadership Journey, with Johnathan Kraus – EM262 41:02

6 years ago41:02

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God is moving and working in India through Love Never Fails International. Johnathan Kraus shares about the organization and how they work to serve children in the slums. They provide education, food, health care, and the Gospel to these children. They also want to impact the lives of the sponsors. A few years ago, Johnathan left India to come back to the United States. During his time here, he has been working on growing the core of the ministry. This includes reaching out to corporate sponsors and speaking with churches and organizations about the ministry. Johnathan’s goal is to win India for Christ. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode overview 01:01 - Megavoice Audio Bibles 01:59 - Introducing Johnathan Kraus 02:37 - Love Never Fails International 03:49 - How many centers do you have now? 03:58 - Encouragement to grow as a leader 05:00 - A season of humbling 06:01 - Transferring the vision to others 07:35 - What transformation have you seen? 10:13 - How to sponsor a child 13:59 - What led you to set up your ministry this way? 16:56 - Coming back to the United States 19:39 - The first conversation about moving 20:37 - What was the hardest part of leaving? 21:18 - How did God fill that void? 22:44 - A day in the life of missions 24:54 - Bridging the gap with corporate sponsors 26:58 - Opening additional doors in ministry 29:32 - Where do you see God leading? 32:05 - A helpful mindset to have 33:38 - StoryBrand 34:19 - The Emotionally Healthy Leader 35:03 - How can we best pray for you? 37:51 - Story of Connection Resources & Contact Info Website: https://loveneverfailsindia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/loveneverfailsindia/ StoryBrand: https://amzn.to/2X312Sq The Emotionally Healthy Leader: https://amzn.to/2J0YdY5 Additional Resources http://KanitaBenson.com http://WithinReachGlobal.org Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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God at Work: The Rise and Fall of Movements, with Steve Addison – EM261 32:50

6 years ago32:50

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When looking at history, it seems like church movements have a cycle of rising and falling. Steve Addison joins the show to talk about his new book called The Rise and Fall of Movements and how God works in that cycle. He speaks on how believers who value the Great Commission can keep their eyes on Jesus, His word, Spirit, and mission. As some ministries reach a place of decline, we can remember that God is always raising up new movements. He keeps working to draw us back to Him. The important thing is for us to seek God and walk in obedience to Him. Buy on Amazon : https://amzn.to/2IudTCQ (affiliate) What We Talked About 00:23 - Show updates 01:21 - Thanks to our sponsors: Megavoice 02:25 - Introduction 02:54 - Why this book and why now? 03:51 - Who is this book for? 04:42 - Ministries and movements 06:26 - An overview of the stages of movements 08:51 - What stage is the most concerning? 11:12 - Renewal is always uncomfortable 13:54 - How can we best prepare for submission? 16:42 - Encouraging reflections on movements 19:50 - Examples of word, Spirit, and mission 22:49 - Looking at the Church around the world 25:23 - How has the process changed you? 27:13 - Thoughts for those in ministry 28:22 - Where can people get the book? 28:50 - How can we best pray for you? 30:01 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info The Rise and Fall of Movements: A Roadmap for Leaders (affiliate) Movements.net Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Every Part Is Important: How to Live a Missional Lifestyle, with David P Jacob – EM260 38:07

6 years ago38:07

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Even if you are not called to be a missionary, you are called to live a missional lifestyle. David P. Jacob is a missionary and teacher who encourages others to live missionally. Right now, he is the director of Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention. The organization works to help those who are called to be missionaries around the world. David shares about his new book, It’s Your Call, which focuses on the importance of seeking God above calling. He talks about how to develop a missional lifestyle and how every part of the Body of Christ is important. Whether it’s finances, prayer, or encouragement, each believer has a part to play in the Great Commission. Check out Our Sponsor : http://megavoice.com/engagingmissions It's Your Call (Affiliate) - https://amzn.to/2W47Rma What We Talked About 00:23 - Thank you, listeners and sponsors! 02:18 - Episode summary 03:11 - Why did you write your book? 04:19 - Learning to seek something else 07:50 - Everyone’s adventure in missions 12:17 - Remembering that what you do matters 14:48 - Forming a missional life 18:11 - What are you doing as the missionary in residence? 20:40 - Stories of transformation through missions 22:19 - How do you prepare students for trips? 23:24 - The importance of yearly trips 25:22 - What do you hope to see God accomplish? 27:20 - Finding how to get started 28:29 - Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention 30:54 - Common questions about missions 32:42 - Praying for unreached people groups 34:04 - How can we best pray for you? 35:44 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info It's Your Call: To a Missional or a Missionary Call (affiliate) Center for Missionary Mobilization and Retention Joshua Project David's Email : Djacob@trinitybiblecollege.edu Facebook: @missionarymobilization Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Giveaways Missionary Conferences Continuing Education - EM259 11:18

6 years ago11:18

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In this shorter episode of the Engaging Missions Show, we talk about free stuff, continuing education, conferences, partnership opportunities, and more. Check it out and share it with your friends. Full Show Notes: http://engagingmissions.com/259 Resources and Links Looking for help with your podcast? feedback@engagingmissions.com Check our our sponsor: Megavoice – Creators of the Solar Powered Audio Bible Making the Good News Accessible for All Win Free stuff for your missions team https://www.instagram.com/megavoiceglobal/ Conferences from Crescent Project https://www.crescentproject.org/john-1010 https://www.crescentproject.org/saharachallenge Free Continuing Education for Missionaries https://www.trinitybiblecollege.edu/ missionarymobilization@trinitybiblecollege.edu Sponsor a Child in India https://loveneverfailsindia.com/child-sponsorship/ Christian Podcasters' Summit http://engagingmissions.com/summit (affiliate) My new podcast - 1,000 Podcasters https://1000Podcasters.com Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Just One: How to Love Long-Term Across the World, with Ann Hinrichs – EM258 34:54

6 years ago34:54

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Learning to love others long-term is a big part of missions and ministry. Sometimes that love can be easier said than done. In this week’s episode, Ann Hinrichs joins us again to talk about her new book, Just One, which is about her long friendship with a man in Belize. Through their friendship, Ann learned more about intercultural ministry and her friend came to know Jesus. Ann also shares the importance of depending on God. Focusing on obedience is better than looking for results. Throughout the episode, she reminds us of God’s guidance and steadfast love. We look more like Him when we are willing to love another person for as long as the Lord leads. Check out Our Sponsor : http://megavoice.com/engagingmissions Ann's Book (affiliate): https://amzn.to/2Vjve5M What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode summary 02:21 - Why did you write your book? 05:11 - Spending time in uncomfortable places 06:00 - From the inside-out struggle 08:03 - Creating a context for the story 11:19 - How has God worked perseverance in you? 12:42 - Choosing what to include in the book 16:10 - Letting go of cultural bents 17:39 - The impact of the first trip 21:33 - One piece in a great puzzle 23:11 - Remaining dependent on the Lord 26:03 - When the Lord redirects ideas 27:28 - How would you encourage others to move forward? 30:10 - Additional resources for short-term teams 31:22 - How can we best pray for you? 32:32 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Just One: A True Story of Unlikely Friendship and Short-Term Missions Ann's Website with Discussion Tools and Resources Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How Profiling Leaders Can Make You a Better Leader, with Scott McClelland – EM257 19:25

6 years ago19:25

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Failure as a leader doesn't need to define us. In fact, early failure can lead to growth. Listen as Scott McClelland of FX Missions shares from his experience and explains what leadership profiles are. What We Talked About How do the leaders we follow influence us? What's up with a book on Lincon's leadership? What can Scott offer us from 25 years of studying leadership? Become a patron! The Engaging Missions Show is made possible, in part, by generous donations from listeners like you. If you'd like to know more about how you can be involved, visit our Patron Page . Resources & Contact Info Christian Podcast Summit (affiliate) Power's Out Protocol Leadership Moment Podcast From the Forefront lm@fxmissions.com @leadersmoment @fxmissions Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Be a Mobilizer in the World of Missions, with Bevin Ginder – EM256 34:24

6 years ago34:24

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Obeying Jesus’ commands is important if you want to be His disciple. One of those is to go into all the world and share the Good News. Bevin Ginder joins the show to talk about mobilization and its role in the Great Commission. For him, whenever he is working with other believers, he is discipling. Growing up on the mission field, Bevin felt called to be a mobilizer through a dream, a concert, and a class. Now, he and his wife live in Cambodia and serve as leaders with Youth With a Mission (YWAM). His hope is to see churches learn how to send out missionaries and join in God’s work all over the world. Show Notes in Your Inbox : http://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Check our our sponsor: Megavoice - Creators of the Solar Powered Audio Bible Making the Good News Accessible for All What We Talked Aboout 00:24 - Episode summary 01:33 - Thanks to our sponsor - Megavoice 02:51 - Introduction 03:38 - How did ministry get started for you? 05:10 - Moving from vision to passion 07:10 - What does it mean to be a missions mobilizer? 08:42 - Connecting mobilizing and discipleship 10:06 - Fulfilling the role in every church 11:02 - The state of vision casting in the US 14:16 - Seeing the value of others 15:32 - What needs to happen to send more people? 17:18 - Forming a mindset of missions 19:38 - How do you bridge the gap? 22:50 - Transforming how we view the world 25:06 - Creating a sense of ownership 26:59 - Moving from manipulation to ministry 28:48 - How can we best pray for you? 31:04 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Website : GlobalCast Resources Email : globalcasts@gmail.com Facebook : @ginderb Twitter : @globalcast Linkedin : Bevin Ginder WhatsApp : +17196493661 Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Leadership Journey of William Carey, with Scott McClelland – EM55b 16:14

6 years ago16:14

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What can we learn from leaders past and present? Quite a bit, as it turns out. Scott McClelland shares a leadership profile of William Carey’s leadership journey and how it’s impacted him as a leader. Resources & Contact Info Unleashing the Kingdom on Toxic Worldviews and Declining Churches William Carey on Wikipedia Podcast : Leadership Moment Website : FX Missions Facebook : @FXMissions Email : lm@fxmissions.com Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How To Best Love God and Muslim Neighbors, with Gregory – EM255 37:11

6 years ago37:11

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When the Church is obeying Jesus, communities and neighborhoods become better. Our guest, Gregory (pseudonym), shares about his ministry in Cyprus, which includes a church, a coffee shop, and a ministry training school. He cares deeply about sharing the Gospel to the Muslim world. Over the last few years, Gregory has co-led a church in Cyprus and trained students at Exile Ministry Training. Part of that training includes making and selling coffee and wine in the community. This allows students to learn about business and to reach out to the community. Gregory talks about his thankfulness for God’s faithfulness and His willingness to use him in Cyprus. Exile Cyprus Website : http://exilecyprus.com/ What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode summary 02:05 - An ongoing desire to be in ministry 02:24 - Why Cyprus? 03:21 - Seasons of doubt and renewed faith 06:30 - How did your experience shape you? 07:47 - The origin story of ministry 10:31 - Impacting the community at large 12:53 - What has been your greatest challenge? 14:04 - Equipping others to serve the Muslim world 18:13 - For those who are skeptical of monasticism 25:06 - Appreciating the deep goodness of Jesus 27:11 - How is the school structured? 32:00 - How can we best pray for you? 34:17 - Closing thoughts Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Heart Healthy Hustle and How to Trust God in the Risks, with Jonathan Frederick – EM254 32:19

6 years ago32:19

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God loves to use each person’s gifts to lead others to Jesus. Our guest today, Jonathan Frederick, has an entrepreneurial podcast that he sees as ministry. On his show, he interviews different types of people and works to show them God’s love. Jonathan shares about his desire to be fully who God wants him to be. He also talks about his struggles of fitting in and how that’s influenced his life. Sometimes, taking risks can be scary, but God gives us strength to do it. Jonathan reminds us of that on this episode. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 02:06 - How do the pieces fit together? 04:10 - Podcasting, videography, and consistency 05:11 - Opening up doors for relationship 11:51 - Following the Lord’s leading 16:55 - Why were you afraid to win? 18:21 - What keeps you going when things are hard? 21:10 - Transitioning to being proactive 24:47 - Who is your show for? 26:25 - How can we best pray for you? 27:31 - Engaging Missions updates Resources & Contact Info Website : http://thehearthealthyhustle.com Email : jonathan@thehearthealthyhustle.com Facebook : @hearthealthyhustle Twitter : @hustleyourtweet Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Great Surprise: Finding Hope in the Gospel, with Marcus Rose – EM253 38:52

6 years ago38:52

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Marcus Grew up Christian in East Germany but everything changed after the wall fell - including Marcus. A crisis of faith led him around the world and back to God in Thailand. He’s been planting churches ever since. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:54 - A time before the wall came down 05:03 - Facing a crisis of faith 08:16 - Experiencing the changes in Germany 09:47 - What led you to Thailand? 12:39 - How did that shape what you are doing now? 16:23 - Learning to love difficult people 18:01 - Focusing on the fruit of the Spirit 20:35 - The difference between fruit and success 27:59 - Multiplication needs discipleship 33:15 - How can we best pray for you? 36:26 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Website : https://hoffnungdeutschland.de Feedback : https://hoffnungdeutschland.de/feedback Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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To Seek and Save: How to Love Muslims Like God Does, with Aaron Myers – EM252 45:42

7 years ago45:42

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In our busyness, it's sometimes easy to forget that God is actively pursuing those who are lost. Listen as Aaron Myers shares his heart and his experience training believers to share their faith. Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron The Bible has a lot of stories about God seeking the lost. Sometimes, Christians forget to join in the search. Aaron Myers joins to share about how the Church can be involved, specifically with Muslims. He works with Crescent Project and Everywhere to Everywhere to train believers on sharing the Gospel with Muslims. After working in Turkey for four years, Aaron and his family moved back to the States. He now wants to see the Church equip and encourage Christians to share the Good News with their neighbors. Aaron helps remind us that God has a heart for our Muslim neighbors and that He wants us to have that same heart. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:43 - Spending time in Turkey 06:42 - Returning to the States 08:04 - How did your conversations with God go? 09:40 - The Lord’s leading to new places 12:43 - Having a conversation about worldview 15:47 - Engaging Missions partnership drive 16:45 - What is Crescent Project? 18:14 - What kind of training do you provide? 22:12 - Transformation in churches and people’s lives 26:44 - A vision of hope for the future 28:20 - Knowing and abiding in God 32:53 - Equipping believers to share the Gospel 37:07 - How can we best pray for you? 38:57 - Podcast updates Resources & Contact Info Website : http://everywhere2everywhere.org Email : aarongmyers@gmail.com Facebook : @Everywhere2Everywhere Phone : 605-659-5961 Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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God Is Sufficient: How to Lean on God in Ministry, with Jordan Raybon – EM251 53:25

7 years ago53:25

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God loves to work in and through our weaknesses. He is very good at taking what little we have and multiplying it for thousands. Jordan Raybon visits Engaging Missions to share about how God has been doing that in his ministry. Jordan is a pastor from Tennessee who is living in Brussels, Belgium with his wife and son. He describes his church in Belgium as one that is thriving and growing. Jordan shares about working in a multiethnic setting in Belgium. He also talks about the importance of making the Gospel understandable to a different culture while not watering it down in any way. Jordan reminds us to lean on God and to follow Him wherever He leads. Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:51 - What is your church like? 03:29 - Creating a welcoming community 05:06 - God’s revelation in transitions 11:29 - The partnership drive with Engaging Missions 13:35 - Resting on God’s sufficiency in ministry 16:10 - Many ways to learn the same lesson 17:34 - Sharing the Gospel in your heart language 24:02 - Ministering in a multiethnic setting 26:24 - Entering into a new culture 31:30 - Concerns of contextualizing the Gospel 34:27 - What advice would you give yourself? 42:24 - How can we best pray for you? 44:59 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Website : http://lifepointchurch.org/brussels Email : Jordan@lifept.org Twitter: @jordanraybon Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Off the RACE Track: From Color-Blind to Color-Kind, with Steve Simms – EM250 44:27

7 years ago44:27

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Through Christ, all walls of division have been torn down. Believers from every tribe and tongue are united by the blood of Jesus. A former Engaging Missions guest, Steve Simms, comes to talk about racial reconciliation. As ministers of reconciliation, we are called to bring healing where there has been injustice and brokenness. Steve shares about his new book called Off the Race Track , which helps believers know how to be color kind. He also tells stories about how he came to care about this issue. He provides lessons from his time pastoring a multiracial church. Steve's Book : https://amzn.to/2WD6gQS Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:31 - Longing to see reconciliation 03:10 - What does it mean to be color kind? 05:19 - Taking the first step 06:43 - Finding ways to understand others 08:10 - Approaching a different culture 11:07 - Beginning to interact on a personal level 13:45 - How did you pursue knowledge on the issues? 16:04 - Grasping the history of racial division 18:01 - What can we do to repair the problems? 19:16 - For the pastors seeking a Revelation congregation 21:50 - The many meanings of diversity 23:35 - Representing every tribe and tongue 26:10 - Pastoring a diverse church 28:50 - Where to start 31:46 - One person can change the world 33:55 - How can we best pray for you? 38:05 - How YOU can be involved in the Engaging Missions Show Resources & Contact Info Off the RACE Track: From Color-Blind to Color-Kind Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Bring Hope to the Hopeless, with The Copelands – EM249 42:23

7 years ago42:23

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If your view of Ireland is only architecture, hills, and accents, you’re going to want to hear from Chris and Joi Copeland. They share some perspective on the needs and how they want to be part of the solution. Upcoming Topics : http://engagingmissions.com/2019Q1 Be a Patron: http://engagingmissions.com/patron The process of missions can be a long and beautiful one. For Chris and Joi Copeland, they have been waiting to go to Ireland for four years. They are currently raising support and are almost fully funded. Their ministry focuses on leadership development, church planting, and serving the community. It all centers on bringing hope to the hopeless. Chris and Joi share about how God called them to Ireland. They have many stories of God’s faithfulness and provision over the last few years. Their desire is to see the people of Ireland come to know God and find hope in Him. What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode summary 02:05 - The beauty and problems of a country 03:12 - What are some of the needs in Ireland? 04:09 - Addressing the current struggles 06:08 - Staying present in the moment 07:10 - Keep on keeping on 07:27 - How did God call you to Ireland? 08:57 - Trying to be on board with God’s call 10:23 - Conversations with family and friends 12:35 - Being active in ministry 14:29 - Learning to walk by faith 18:54 - Leaning on the Scriptures 20:17 - Catching the vision for missions 24:19 - How do you tie it all together? 25:34 - Looking ahead to the future 26:19 - The process of fundraising 27:34 - Giving draws you closer to Christ 30:26 - Pushing towards 100 percent funding 31:38 - How close are you to your goal? 32:20 - Ways to support the ministry 33:17 - How can we best pray for you? 37:02 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Website: WorldVenture Email: cjcopeland@worldventure.net Facebook: @copelandclantoireland Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Thrive. Ideas to lead the church in post-Christendom, with Rohadi – EM248 41:28

7 years ago41:28

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Has your church or ministry seemed to go from relevant to forgotten? Listen as Rohadi shares his heart and experiences about connecting with and serving people in creative, meaningful, and inclusive ways. Upcoming Topics : http://engagingmissions.com/2019Q1 Rohadi's Book : https://amzn.to/2RMYGTW Questions about Missions Mobilization : https://m.me/engagingmissions As time goes on, the Church is re-learning how to engage with culture. This can be seen in churches across the United States. There are many who have no connection with the Church or have left it, and churches are searching for how to respond. Rohadi joins to talk about this issue. He is a church planter, entrepreneur, and writer. He works to change ideas about mission in American churches. Rohadi shares about his experiences in church planting. Also, he discusses the importance of being open to failure in mission. Engaging with the community is crucial, and Rohadi reminds us all of that. What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode summary 02:14 - Introduction 04:25 - Becoming the hands and feet of God 05:34 - Understanding the contemporary church 07:55 - Taking on the role of co-creating 10:09 - A change in perspective 13:48 - Learning how to engage community well 16:48 - Changing the paradigm 19:52 - What should we lay aside in this time? 24:42 - The power of disruption and incremental change 28:06 - How to allow for failure in mission 31:26 - Building relational equity 35:18 - How can we best pray for you? 38:01 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Thrive. Ideas to lead the church in Post Christendom Website : https://rohadi.com Facebook : @rohadi.nagassar Twitter : @rohadi Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Powerful Restoration: God’s Love in El Salvador, with Kenton Moody – EM247 38:56

7 years ago38:56

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Do you ever wonder whether what you see in the news is accurate? Or if God's love can overcome gang violence? Listen as Kenton Moody shares the reality of life in El Salvador and what he's seeing God's love do. Send a Message : https://engagingmissions.com/contact/ Send a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail In ministry, it’s important to remember that perfect love casts out fear and brings healing. Kenton Moody talks about the power of simply loving your neighbors. He has been ministering in El Salvador for almost ten years. Kenton sees the country as his home. He started a school in the community and is a pastor at a local church. Since he was nine, Kenton felt called to missions. He has obeyed the Lord in His call, and he has seen God’s faithfulness through it. During the show, Kenton shares stories of God’s miracles and work. By obeying God and loving his neighbor, Kenton has impacted communities in El Salvador. What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode summary 01:16 - Introduction 01:41 - What is El Salvador like? 03:21 - Growing in love for a nation 04:21 - God’s call to ministry in El Salvador 06:32 - Love is the key ingredient 08:05 - What changes would you like to see? 10:32 - God can use anyone 12:07 - How did you know God’s call? 15:22 - The impact of obedience 18:17 - Asking God, “What now?” 20:07 - Seeing God’s faithfulness in retrospect 25:37 - The way to stop the violence 29:53 - A message for those called to stay 33:26 - How can we best pray for you? 35:35 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Website: http://moodymissions.org Email: kenton.moody@gmail.com Facebook: @kenton.moody Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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A Presence of Legitimacy: How to Do Missions with Integrity, with Steve Schirmer – EM246 53:35

7 years ago53:35

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Sharing the Gospel is more than speaking to people. It’s also about living with Integrity. Steve Schirmer joins the show to talk about having a “presence of legitimacy” in missions work. Steve has worked in Asia and with Asian populations for over ten years. He is currently over a ministry called “Silk Road Catalyst,” which works to bring the Gospel to the unreached in the Silk Road region. During the show, Steve shares about his journey to faith and ministry. He also speaks about the importance of considering what will best serve a community when planning for ministry. By walking in integrity and wisdom, missionaries can better present the Good News to people who have never heard it. What We Talked About : 00:24 - Episode Summary 01:39 - Introduction 02:13 - The size and reality of the need 04:47 - How do people respond to the statistics? 06:16 - How did you come to faith? 07:41 - A call to vocational ministry 09:58 - Preparation for missions 10:59 - Meeting a man named Wong 15:50 - Processing through sharing the Gospel 18:23 - Monumental moments in ministry 20:31 - An unexpected journey 22:37 - A new name for the 10-40 window 24:02 - What is the presence of legitimacy? 28:20 - Approaching missions in restricted countries 34:41 - What makes your presence legitimate? 39:38 - Evaluating what is beneficial for a community 42:25 - Silk Road Catalyst 45:23 - How can people get involved? 47:09 - How can we best pray for you? 50:04 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info : Website : http://silkroadcatalyst.com Email : steves@silkroadcatalyst.com Facebook : @SilkRoadCatalyst Twitter : @SteveSilkRoad Phone : 864-412-3405 Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Love the Least, the Last, and the Lost, with Andrew Foster – EM245 45:31

7 years ago45:31

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Andrew Foster is one of the most passionate people you’ll ever meet. He’s on the show to share about his prison ministry which also involves a local coffee shop. Having been in prison himself, Andrew has seen the Lord’s love for those behind bars. He heard the Good News and became a Christian while in jail, and now he wants to see others come to know Jesus. Through his ministry, he houses people transitioning out of prison, showing them the love of Christ. He also runs a local coffee shop and tells others the Gospel. Andrew’s love for God and others is evident, and his joy is contagious! What We Talked About : 00:24 - Episode summary 01:18 - Introduction 01:43 - Drawing near to the marginalized 04:07 - Remaining tethered to God’s redemptive work 08:20 - How do you keep going in ministry? 12:34 - Regaining a joy for salvation 18:39 - Coffee shops and prison cells 26:52 - What are recovery residences? 33:52 - Participating in God’s redemption 37:43 - How can we best pray for you? 42:40 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info : Website : https://inspiration-ministries.org Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/InspirationMinistriesINC Telephone : 260-333-6707 Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Fulfill the Assignment of God in the Local Church, with David Kim – EM244 43:29

7 years ago43:29

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Local churches play a key role in leading people to Jesus. David Kim joins the podcast to remind us of that important job. He has been equipping believers in his church to evangelize in the community. In the Bay area, where David lives, there is a great harvest that churches can minister to. Going deeper in discipleship can be a difficult process, but David shows why benefits outweigh costs. By surrendering to the Holy Spirit, he has seen his community change through sharing the Gospel. David has been able to partner with God in ministering to those around him and in encouraging the Church to fulfill her call. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:30 - Introduction 01:55 - The role of the local church 05:46 - The transformative effects of discipleship 07:16 - How has this stretched you as a leader? 09:56 - Leading a church through transition 13:15 - Finding a value for evangelism 14:36 - The spiritual reality in the US 15:48 - A vision for what ministry would look like 20:51 - The local church as a center for movement 24:20 - What is your prayer for the local church? 29:34 - Growing in camaraderie with God 33:58 - How can we best pray for you? 38:18 - Resources and feedback Resources & Contact Info Website : https://pursuitbible.com Email : Check Full Show Notes How to Get to Heaven According to the Bible Additional Resources Kyle shared the article, CHURCH PLANTING LESSONS: HOW WE PLANTED 100 DISCOVERY GROUPS Justin shared this feedback Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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What Happens When We Walk in Obedience to God?, with Justin White – EM243 38:09

7 years ago38:09

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It started in a small Baptist Church, with a response to the Gospel. But that didn’t mean that Justin immediately jumped in and followed God wholeheartedly. But a few years later, God used Isaiah to call Justin back to Himself. Years later, God used an adoption to redirect Justin and his family to Africa for a couple of years. While they were there, they met cultural challenges but God began to show them how to use simple, reproducible tools to share their love for Him. Now Justin and his family are in North Carolina and he’s a Movement Catalyst pursuing #NoPlaceLeft. This is his story. What We Talked About 01:19 - About Justin White 01:54 - How did you come to faith in Christ? 03:31 - What part of Isaiah 6 stood out to you? 04:30 - What did that "sending me" look like as you started to walk with Christ? 05:59 - What does a Movement Catalyst do? 10:41 - How is what you were doing in Africa different from what you're doing now? 12:11 - Is it ever difficult to keep that kind of perspective? 13:24 - What's God been showing you over the last few months? 14:49 - How has God grown your ability to trust Him? 16:29 - What are the residencies that you're offering? 19:33 - What happens when your investment never really takes root? 20:47 - How important is cross-cultural ministry with what you're doing? 25:17 - What has to change in our lives if we're really going to start pursuing Movement? Broken for Lostness and Repentance Understand your identity from Scripture Understand who you can share your faith with Learn how to start or transition a conversation to the Gospel Plan and prioritize time 27:43 - What happens when people begin walking in obedience to God? 29:09 - Justin’s prayer requests Family – especially daughters That God would continue to raise up laborers Wisdom & Strategy 31:18 - Volunteer Resource Guide 33:03 - Listener Feedback 35:03 - Show Closing Resources & Contact Info Website: https://noplaceleftrdu.com Email: justin.white@e3partners.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/justin.white.7906932 Additional Resources Volunteering as a Senior Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Be a Catalyst: Obey the Great Commission, with Mike Falkenstine – EM242 49:08

7 years ago49:08

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Did you know that many Christians don't know what the Great Commission is? Listen to discover more about why it's critical to understand the Great Commission as well as some about what's going on in China. Show Survey : https://engagingmissions.com/2018Survey The Great Commission is a crucial part of the Christian faith, but many believers don’t even know what it means. Mike Falkenstine comes to remind us of its importance and how followers of Jesus can live out that Commission. He also shares resources for those who want to take the first step of sharing the Gospel. Mike also has strong connections in China through his ministry. He plans on sending a team of Chinese missionaries to reach different people groups throughout China. Mike’s love for Jesus pushes him to share about what He has done. He shows us the need to obey Jesus and make disciples of all nations. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:18 - Introduction 01:49 - What is the Great Commission? 05:10 - The meaning of Jesus’ command 07:35 - Why believers ignore the Great Commission 09:54 - The transformation of obedience 12:48 - What keeps people from answering the call? 16:05 - Needs that you see and address 20:18 - How to keep moving forward 25:03 - When did God call you to ministry? 30:07 - The current situation in China 36:49 - Taking the first step 39:22 - Other important resources 40:18 - How can we best pray for you? 43:22 - Feedback and closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info The Art of Neighboring OneEightCatalyst.org Facebook: @oneeightcatalyst Twitter: @missionsmike OneEightCatalyst on YouTube Mike's Podcast Additional Resources Listener Survey Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Follow God into the Marketplace, with Caleb Townsend – EM241 42:32

7 years ago42:32

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Sometimes it seems like we think vocational ministry is the most valuable. But if you're called into the marketplace, what you do is still matters. A lot. Listen to discover what God's taught Caleb Townsend. 2018 Listener Survey : https://engagingmissions.com/2018survey It’s important to remember that the marketplace is a place of ministry. Caleb Townsend comes and talks about his experience of ministering through his business. He also shares about his journey with Jesus and how others have discipled him. Caleb mentions the importance of discipleship and investing in people as a part of ministry. Even though people can be messy, Caleb reminds us to be patient and to love them where they’re at. From your neighbor to your co-worker, you can show the love of God and be intentional every day. What We Talked About : 00:23 - Episode summary 02:54 - Introduction 03:08 - The importance of a mentor 05:59 - Moments of honesty leading to growth 07:53 - Reflecting on turning points 10:05 - How God brings different passions together 11:29 - Following God into the marketplace 13:20 - Professional versus everyday discipleship 14:28 - What does discipleship look like? 16:48 - How do you choose who to invest in? 18:16 - Ways to shift the conversation in relationships 20:23 - Dealing with the “red lights” in ministry 22:50 - Facing the heartbreaking relationships 29:50 - Sharing the Gospel in the workplace 32:21 - Green, yellow, and red lights 33:14 - Where to start 35:27 - How can we best pray for you? 38:01 - Closing remarks Resources & Contact Info : bethefactur.com Caleb's Email ( check the full show notes ) LinkedIn Additional Resources : 2018 Listener Survey How to Fuel Your Missions Prayer Fire Show Links Facebook : @engagingmissions Messenger : @engagingmissions Twitter : @engagingmission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Listen for Free Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Every Door, Every Heart: Following God of the Harvest, with Ross Ramsey – EM240 46:34

7 years ago46:34

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Have you ever counted how many homes are in your community? Well, Ross Ramsey has, and he plans on knocking on every single door to let his town know about Jesus. Over the last year, he has worked with his church to train believers in making disciples. As his church has participated in ministry, there has been great spiritual growth. For Ross, this isn’t about getting new church members. This is about building the Kingdom. His greatest vision is to join in whatever God is doing and to trust Him through it. God has already been moving, and it will be exciting to see what else He has up His sleeve. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 02:31 - Introduction 03:02 - How did you come to Christ? 05:48 - On the other side of the door 07:38 - The impact of God’s work through ministry 09:32 - Sending out laborers into the harvest 13:01 - Talking Kingdom, not church 16:44 - How did your ministry get started? 27:57 - Taking the first step 31:28 - What happens after a person accepts Jesus? 36:49 - Believing God for a greater harvest 39:54 - A vision for the future 41:36 - How can we best pray for you? 43:53 - Closing statements Show Links Facebook : https://facebook.com/engagingmissions Messenger : https://m.me/engagingmissions Twitter : https://twitter.com/engagingmission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Heal from Collapse in Ministry, with Ryan Kuja – Author of From the Inside Out – EM239 47:25

7 years ago47:25

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It's easier to tell the "hero" stories of missions and forget the struggles. But the real story is that God meets us where we are. Listen for an honest, transparent discussion about ministry, struggles, and healing. Ryan's Book: https://amzn.to/2OoISlE Within Christian ministry, specifically missions, it can be easy to only tell positive stories. Sometimes, though, it’s important to talk about the difficult times. Ryan Kuja joins the show to discuss his own experience with missions and what he has learned about strengths and weaknesses of ministry. Having lived in over fifteen cities across five continents, Ryan has seen how Western mindsets impact models of mission work. He proposes a model called “constellational thinking,” which looks at the different parts of poverty, not just the surface. Ryan reminds us that God is present in difficult places, and He has a way of making us see the bigger picture. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:35 - Introduction 02:01 - Why did you write your book? 05:04 - Finding healing after the collapse 09:22 - The key points of the book 15:22 - Constellational thinking and changing views 19:44 - Approaching problems holistically 26:14 - The reality of poverty in the world 35:06 - Forming healthy motivations for ministry 41:16 - For those thinking of writing a book 43:20 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info From the Inside Out by Ryan Kuja Ryan's Website : ryankuja.com Facebook : @RyanKujaAuthor Twitter : @ryankuja Show Links Facebook : https://facebook.com/engagingmissions Messenger : https://m.me/engagingmissions Twitter : https://twitter.com/engagingmission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Join the Club: How to Be a Sender for Ministries, with Adam Moody – EM238 51:14

7 years ago51:14

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Sometimes it is important to remember that wealthy nations need Jesus too. Adam Moody tells about his work in Sweden, which is financially rich, but spiritually poor. There are even priests in Sweden who don’t actually believe in God. After working in university ministry, Adam and his family are planning on returning to Sweden to plant churches. During the show, Adam talks about a unique idea for raising support for ministries that are underfunded. Here’s a hint: If you like food or other cultures, you won’t want to miss this episode! What We Talked About 00:23 - Episode summary 01:25 - Introduction 01:53 - The spiritual reality of Europe 03:37 - The importance of ministry in all nations 06:15 - How do you keep Christ at the center? 07:12 - Challenging the tendency towards complacency 10:35 - What pointed you to the lost? 14:29 - The positive impact of evangelism 17:43 - Financially lean times in ministry 20:07 - What will church planting look like for you? 23:52 - Effective plans for developing leaders 27:03 - What’s going on in Swedish churches? 32:19 - A new idea for fundraising 38:27 - Benefits of the new funding model 42:17 - Preserving the dignity of Swedish people 44:05 - Internet and book resources 46:29 - How can we best pray for you? 48:30 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info Serving as Senders by Neal Pirolo Website: themoodysinsweden.com Email: adam@themoodysinsweden.com Facebook: @AMoody777 Twitter: @WMoody1471 Skype: WMoody1471 Phone: +1 678-779-1141 Show Links Facebook : https://facebook.com/engagingmissions Messenger : https://m.me/engagingmissions Twitter : https://twitter.com/engagingmission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Mind of a Missionary: Interesting Facts, Reframing Success, with David Joannes – EM237 38:49

7 years ago38:49

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Thousands of missionaries return home each year. What if there was something that could better equip those who send and those who go? Listen as David Joannes shares about The Mind of a Missionary. Tweet Me : http://engagingmissions.com/tweetme Get the Book : https://amazon.com/dp/0998061158 Have you ever wondered whether God’s called you to be a missionary? Have you wondered what it takes and why so many missionaries struggle? Have you wondered if your calling isn’t important or why some Christians will leave behind family and friends who haven’t met Christ to take the Gospel thousands of miles away to people they’ve never met? If so, today’s conversation with David Joannes is for you. David is a missionary of 20+ years, the founder of Within Reach Global, and the author of a new book, The Mind of a Missionary. In the book, he looks at what motivates missionaries and keeps them going, the reality of struggles and pain, the joy of faithful and selfless obedience, and much more. My hope and prayer is that after listening to today’s show, you’ll do two things. Go buy David’s book, The Mind of the Missionary, and read it See that, regardless of what you’re called to do, you are an integral part of God’s global plan. That He designed you for greatness…to display His glories to the ends of the Earth. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode Overview 01:19 - Welcome 02:27 - Why was this the right time to write the book? 03:16 - Is this book ONLY for missionaries? 04:49 - No "special" callings but it's important to differentiate. 07:17 - Talking about the writing process. 08:58 - What was the hardest thing to write? 11:24 - How did you come up with the structure of the book? 13:14 - What things that readers are taking away have surprised you? 15:34 - What would you hope to see changed because of what you've written? 17:30 - What can we do to support the health of the missionaries we're connected with? 19:26 - What does it mean that the Gospel always bring life to the receiver and death to the giver? 22:25 - What does the idea of calling as compared to volunteering mean to us? 24:57 - What does it mean to "domesticate" the Gospel and what happens when we do that? 27:57 - What makes the negative inner monologue so difficult in cross-cultural ministry situations? 31:04 - Who should we emulate? 33:28 - If you could whisper something to the Bride of Christ, what would you share? 34:37 - How can we best pray for you? Resources & Contact Info : The Mind of a Missionary by David Joannes The Space Between Memories by David Joannes Chasing the Dragon: One Woman's Struggle Against the Darkness of Hong Kong's Drug Dens by Jackie Pullinger When Everything is Missions by Denny Spitters Websites: http://themindofamissionary.com http://davidjoannes.com http://withinreachglobal.org Skype : chinaman777 Facebook: @davidjoannesofficial Twitter: @davidjoannes LinkedIn : /davidjoannes Show Links Facebook : https://facebook.com/engagingmissions Messenger : https://m.me/engagingmissions Twitter : https://twitter.com/engagingmission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Impact Communities with the Good News, with Tom & Sarah Hall – EM236 50:20

7 years ago50:20

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Isn't the way God leads us interesting? Sometimes the call is clear, sometimes it's revealed over time, and sometimes there are shifts. Listen as Tom and Sarah Hall share what God's been doing in Kansas City. Tweet Me: http://engagingmissions.com/tweetme Oftentimes, ministry is closer than you think. Tom and Sarah Hall come to discuss their ministry in Kansas City and how they ended up there. Growing up, Tom felt a call to missions, and he expected to work overseas. God had other plans, however, and led him to work in the States. He and his wife now train believers to be disciple-makers and spread the Gospel in their community. Tom shares about his journey from pastor to disciple-maker and what God has been doing through the ministry. He and Sarah have continued to walk in obedience to the Lord’s calling, and look forward to where He is taking them. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 02:56 - Introduction 03:16 - A call to the unreached people nearby 06:29 - A fulfillment of the calling 07:14 - Pushing back the darkness 08:22 - A day in the life of ministry 12:51 - How has transition impacted your faith? 14:59 - The positive impacts of evangelism 19:50 - Walking out the vision of ministry 25:39 - How do you build up your network? 28:22 - The single, biggest need in equipping 30:11 - The importance of collaboration 34:17 - What would you say to a pastor of a replant? 37:18 - For those who want to reach the lost 40:13 - Internet and book resources 40:58 - How can we best pray for you? 42:31 - Thoughts from a funeral 45:20 - A book recommendation Resources & Contact Info Website: tomandsarahhall.wordpress.com Email : tom.hall@e3partners.org Twitter : @twchall NoPlaceLeft.net T4T: A Discipleship Re-revolution by Steve Smith and Ying Kai Pioneering Movements: Leadership that Multiplies Disciples and Churches by Steve Addison Additional Resources The Mind of a Missionary Thank You for Giving to the Lord Show Links Facebook : https://facebook.com/engagingmissions Messenger : https://m.me/engagingmissions Twitter : https://twitter.com/engagingmission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Being Bold and Bringing Hope to the Lost, with Jacob – EM235 39:13

7 years ago39:13

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Sometimes Christians are held back because of fear. If that's you, then this is for you. Listen as Jacob (pen name) shares what can happen when we step out in faith in spite of fear. Tweet Me: @engagingmission There are many people in the world who are lost and have never heard of Jesus. Asia has some of the largest unreached people groups and Jacob, our guest, plans to minister there. Growing up, Jacob had a plan to do youth ministry for a long time, but God had other plans. He and his wife are now preparing for their long term mission work in Asia. As he shares his plans for missions, Jacob talks about the importance of boldness. By being bold, believers can better share the Gospel to those who are lost. And when Christians are willing to walk in obedience to the Lord, they can bring transformation to their communities. Jacob brings encouragement and passion to this episode, and you won’t want to miss it! What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 02:34 - Introduction 03:08 - What is your origin story? 05:16 - The Christ in Youth Conference 05:35 - How Jesus modeled for believers 06:31 - The need to share the Good News 08:12 - Everywhere is a mission field 09:00 - Stepping out in obedience to God 10:25 - Involvement in short term missions 12:30 - Preparing for long-term missions 13:44 - When did God point you to Asia? 15:59 - What does lostness feel like? 16:44 - Conversations with God 17:18 - A timeline from calling to practice 18:18 - Transitioning from the States to Asia 19:10 - What will your first few months look like? 21:00 - Looking to the next generations 22:03 - The power of simplicity 23:21 - What fuels your passion? 24:35 - What can we learn from your experience? 25:45 - Encouraging people to be bold 27:08 - The transformational power of evangelism 28:49 - Bringing hope to the lost 30:14 - How to make a positive impact in ministry 32:06 - Internet and book resources 33:31 - Making ministry reproducible 35:03 - How can we best pray for you? 36:33 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info : Jacob's Website: longformissions.com Phone: 918-855-2301 Noplaceleft.org JoshuaProject.net The Four Fields Manual T4T: A Discipleship Re-Revolution by Steve Smith and Ying Kai Show Links Facebook : https://facebook.com/engagingmissions Messenger : https://m.me/engagingmissions Twitter : https://twitter.com/engagingmission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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From Jerusalem to the World: How to Minister Where You Are, with Cole and Kristin Malphrus – EM233 44:14

7 years ago44:14

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We're called to be witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the Earth. But what does that mean? How is our preparation different? Listen to hear Cole and Kristin Malphrus share their experiences. Tweet Me @engagingmission : http://engagingmissions.com/tweetme Sometimes in ministry, people can be messy. Cole and Kristin Malphrus visit Engaging Missions to share about how God works in those messy situations. They both speak about the ways they came to know Jesus personally, their passion for ministry, and their plans in the coming months. Right now, they are living in Charlotte, North Carolina, and plan to move to Costa Rica soon. During the episode, Cole discusses the importance of preparing through prayer, fasting, and learning before doing outreach (especially international outreach). He also talks about what God has been doing through No Place Left and through discipleship in local communities. What we talked about 00:24 - Episode summary 02:20 - Introduction 02:42 - The desperate need for the Gospel 03:42 - How to see the needs around you 05:01 - Finding Jesus in the Bible Belt 06:17 - Modeling how to share the Good News 09:26 - Shut doors and God’s better plan 10:51 - What led you to Central America? 14:06 - The positive impact of evangelism 16:52 - What to watch out for in ministry 18:37 - How do you get through hard times? 19:55 - What are your plans for Central America? 21:20 - Working with partners and supporters 23:39 - Finding encouragement in difficult times 25:27 - Seeking out training for making disciples 27:11 - Preparation for Costa Rica 29:16 - How God has moved and worked 30:40 - Internet and book resources 32:57 - How can we best pray for you? 34:49 - An update from Donna King 36:35 - Thoughts from a chess tournament Resources & Contact Info T4T: Discipleship Revolution by Steve Smith https://amazon.com/dp/B005OS3PK0 Four Fields of Kingdom Growth: Starting and Releasing Healthy Churches https://www.movements.net/blog/2014/10/07/new-edition-of-the-four-fields-manual.html?rq=four%20fields Website: http://malphrusfamilymission.com Email: Cole: cole@malphrusfamilymission.com Kristin: kristin@malphrusfamilymission.com Facebook: @ColeandKrisonmission Phone : 843-247-9319 Additional Episode Resources My Name Is (YouTube Drama) Fundraiser https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/my-name-is-youtube-drama Show Links Facebook : https://facebook.com/engagingmissions Messenger : https://m.me/engagingmissions Twitter : https://twitter.com/engagingmission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Empower Christians to Make Disciples in the World, with C Anderson – EM232 45:32

7 years ago45:32

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As always, God is on the move throughout the world. In this episode, we get to hear about His work in Asia through our guest, C Anderson (pen name). C and those with her spread the Good News through disciple-making movements (or DMMs for short). This method encourages indigenous forms of worship and teaching and helps believers learn how to tell others about Jesus. C has been a part of missions for a majority of her life. She grew up in Africa with her parents who were missionaries, and now she and her husband serve in Asia. On the show, she shares about her experiences in restricted countries, her thoughts on the importance of women in ministry, and her moments of seeing God work. What We Talked About : 00:24 - Episode summary 01:17 - Introduction 01:42 - What is a disciple-making movement? 03:53 - The importance of indigenous ministry 05:26 - A positive impact on communities 08:09 - When did you realize God’s call for ministry? 11:27 - Having a conversation with God 12:57 - Amazed at God’s goodness 17:21 - Significant movements in Asia 21:04 - Working as a woman in ministry 23:21 - Advantages in ministry for females 26:02 - Bringing the Gospel to difficult places 29:00 - Making resources available 31:12 - What is the next best step for those interested? 32:12 - The most important qualities for ministry 34:04 - How can we best pray for you? 35:43 - What we can learn from chess players 39:40 - “What would you do?” segment 43:08 - Closing thoughts Resources & Contact Info : https://www.dmmsfrontiermissions.com https://missionarylife.org/ Books by C Anderson : https://www.amazon.com/C.-Anderson/e/B077P66VDF/ Facebook : @dmmsfrontiermissions Twitter : @DmmsFrontierMis Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Community, Faith, and Health: How to Bring the Kingdom Here, with Austin Rumbaugh – EM231 48:28

7 years ago48:28

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When people think of Las Vegas, the nickname “Sin City” typically comes to mind. Austin Rumbaugh, however, sees it a little differently. Over the last few years, he has been working through Origin’s LIfe Movement to connect with people in Las Vegas and bring the Gospel there in a real way. He talks about the importance of understanding the Kingdom of God. He also shares about why breaking bread with others is the best form of ministry. Austin hopes to use this movement to bring community, faith, and health to those in Las Vegas so that people can know about Jesus’ love for them. What We Talked About : 00:24 - Episode summary 01:51 - Introduction 02:16 - What do you hope listeners will take away? 04:29 - The value of the one year plan 05:32 - What does loving others look like? 07:47 - The story behind Origin’s Life Movement 15:26 - Realizing the cry for God in the hearts of people 18:46 - What’s most surprised you with this ministry? 19:43 - Sharing God’s love with others 21:05 - How do you think of Las Vegas? 23:55 - Understanding the Kingdom of God 30:15 - Re-discovering the life in the Word of God 31:57 - Internet and book resources 33:07 - The beauty of breaking bread with others 34:48 - What are you believing God for? 39:21 - How can we best pray for you? 41:46 - Lessons from a Sunday school teacher Resources & Contact Info : https://thebibleproject.com Website : www.origins-life.org Email : info@origins-life.org Facebook : @Origins-life.org Instagram : @origins_life Twitter : @Origins_Life Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Faith and Fellowship: Bringing Hope to Those in the Military, with David Warner – EM230 43:07

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In the U.S. military, there are many Christians who need support and encouragement in their faith. Officers’ Christian Fellowship works to bring that support across the world to servicemen and women. General David Warner comes to talk about this organization and how it ministers to those in the military. Through OCF, David came to know Jesus during his time in the Air Force. With the community of believers, he was able to find mentors and brothers in Christ who could help him through difficult times. After many decades of military service, he now works as the Executive Director with his wife at OFC, bringing hope to others in uniform. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:32 - Introduction 01:50 - What is Officers’ Christian Fellowship? 04:35 - Pouring into the US Military 05:43 - The change from “Christian values” to personal faith 10:21 - A transformational journey 13:33 - God’s faithfulness in times of difficulty 16:17 - How did God reveal His calling to you? 20:20 - Living out the Great Commission 23:02 - What are some of your resources? 25:30 - Pointing others in the right direction 26:57 - What keeps you going in ministry? 30:32 - Seeking direction from the Lord 33:19 - Internet and book resources 35:52 - Finding support and encouragement 36:37 - How can we best pray for you? 37:34 - Closing thoughts Episode Resources & Contact Info http://ocfusa.org http://www.ocfusa.org/author/david-warner/ http://www.ocfusa.org/crosspoint/ http://www.auburn.edu/~mitrege/ENGL2210/may_a_christian.pdf Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Reaching the Unreached: How to Show the Glory of God to the World, with Duane Frasier – EM229 35:15

7 years ago35:15

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In the world, there are over 7,000 different people groups that have never heard of Jesus. Our guest, Duane Frasier, works with Joshua Project to make that number smaller day by day. He does this by researching about different people groups and communicating with missionaries who want to reach them. The goal is to spread the Gospel to every people group that has not heard about Jesus. Their work has helped missions across the globe and has opened people’s eyes to the need for ministry. Through Duane’s work and the work of many others, people of every nation and tongue can hear the Gospel. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:19 - Introduction 01:34 - Working for the Joshua Project 02:30 - Exciting moments in ministry 03:47 - The purpose of the Joshua Project 05:07 - How have you seen this information used? 07:02 - Reaching the uttermost parts of the earth 08:09 - God’s faithfulness in times of transition 10:54 - How did you end up as a pastor in Mexico? 13:22 - What has God been showing you recently? 14:00 - A foundational Scripture 15:40 - Realizing the need for missions 18:22 - What was the realization like for you? 20:22 - Maintaining passion and focus in ministry 22:05 - Learning to engage better 23:51 - Has there been anything that surprised you? 24:57 - The importance of gaining knowledge 25:48 - Suggestions for those interested in missions 27:42 - Internet and book resources 28:53 - How can we best pray for you? 30:29 - A challenge for the listener 32:11 - Closing remarks Episode Resources & Contact Info joshuaproject.net operationworld.org Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Open Doors Are Opportunities: Obeying God in the World, with James Sharp – EM228 42:07

7 years ago42:07

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God has a way of teaching us how to love others, even when it’s messy. James Sharp joins in to talk about how God has shown him that lesson and where God is leading him in ministry. Over the next few years, he plans on partnering with a ministry to spread the Gospel in a creative access country in Asia. James has been ministering in Nicaragua for some time now, and he looks forward to following God’s open door to Asia. In the episode, he shares about his ministry experiences and what he looks forward to in this next step of ministry. What We Talked About 00:24 - Episode summary 01:23 - Introduction 01:57 - A vision for the future 03:09 - How did God lead you in transition? 05:39 - Finding the beauty in the mess 07:05 - A long-term perspective in life 08:32 - How do you balance your time? 09:38 - God’s work in times of difficulty 13:03 - Walking in the knowledge of need 14:20 - How do you culturally prepare for ministry? 16:41 - The honor-shame culture in Scripture 17:41 - Working towards God’s glory 19:47 - What surprised you over the last few months? 23:45 - The value of different callings 25:33 - God’s guiding hand over time 28:52 - Ways of creative access 30:38 - Challenges of following God’s plan 33:06 - What would you tell others about your experiences? 35:07 - Internet and book resources 35:59 - How can we best pray for you? 37:00 - Ways to connect and partner 39:09 - Closing thoughts Episode Resources http://honorshame.com Saving God’s Face by Jackson Wu https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CL4D7IA Communicating Christ Cross-Culturally by David Hesselgrave https://www.amazon.com/dp/0310368111 Through the Gates of Splendor by Elisabeth Elliot https://www.amazon.com/dp/0842371524 The God Ask by Steve Shadrach https://www.amazon.com/dp/098251073X Contact Info Phone: 318-669-7987 http://www.willingtogo.com http://www.jamesedwardsharp.com Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Power of Learning: How to Serve God Cross-Culturally, with Jean Johnson – EM227 53:21

7 years ago53:21

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In ministry, it can be easy to look for quick results and noticeable numbers instead of what is helping the community. Jean Johnson joins in to talk about the value of learning from other cultures and serving them well. After nearly 30 years of ministry involvement, she has a lot to share and discuss. She has spent many years working in Cambodia as a church planter, and now she helps people learn from her experiences. More than anything, she wants people to know Jesus more in their own culture and find Him there. 00:33 - Episode summary 01:44 - Introduction 02:08 - When things go right in ministry 05:10 - Finding the solution in the problem 06:52 - Where did your heart for missions come from? 09:44 - A missing information gap 11:30 - Times of transition and revelation 15:29 - How to bridge the gap 20:25 - The beauty of the indigenous church 27:14 - Understanding worship through a cultural lens 30:20 - The different contexts of giving 42:25 - Internet and book resources 44:07 - How can we best pray for you? 47:36 - A word of encouragement Guest Resources Website: http://fivestonesglobal.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fivestonesglobal.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/WeAreNotTheHero We are Not the Hero (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com/dp/1937756459 Additional Resources The Dylan Dodson Faith and Life Podcast . Find that and more at MissionalAudio.com Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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3 Stories of How God Heals People in the World, with Kirk De Venney – EM225 40:24

8 years ago40:24

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Hearing about the many miracles of God can be really encouraging. These kinds of stories can give us hope and can remind us of God’s goodness. In this week’s episode, Kirk Devenney joins us to share his own stories of God’s miraculous works. For more than thirty years, Kirk has been involved in ministry, everywhere from Zimbabwe, to Zambia, to Guatemala. In all those places, God has been at work to bring healing and hope to many people. Join in and hear about how the Lord has been moving all over the world in Kirk’s ministry. 00:33 - Episode summary 01:38 - Introduction 02:05 - What’s going on in your life? 02:44 - Time back in the States 03:11 - Feeling the call of God 04:27 - Many surprises when entering ministry 05:49 - Having difficult conversations with God 07:03 - God’s call to obedience 09:01 - The transformative works of God 14:17 - Why don’t miracles happen as often in the States? 16:13 - The need for prayer and fasting 17:23 - A hunger or a need 18:46 - A book on miracles and healing 19:42 - The word of the testimony 20:18 - What should readers get out of the book? 20:50 - Stories of God’s miraculous works 28:52 - Finding hope when the answer doesn’t come 30:36 - The blood of the Lamb brings life 34:41 - How can we best pray for you? 35:53 - Ways to connect 36:19 - Podcast recommendation and closing thoughts Guest Resources Personal Facebook: https://facebook.com/kirk.devenney Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/ZAPOTEROARS/ Additional Resources The Wounded Shepherd podcast. Find that and more at MissionalAudio.com Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Where in the World Are Your Neighbors? Love Them. – with Beth Watkins – EM224 35:42

8 years ago35:42

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Sometimes, plans don’t go exactly the way you think they will. In those times of transition, you have to learn how to trust God through it. That’s exactly what our guest, Beth Anne Watkins, talks about on the podcast. Over the last few years, she has served in Egypt, Sudan, and other countries. During her time overseas, Beth faced a lot of difficulty, and she has learned more about God’s faithfulness through it. You can hear the joy and love of Christ in her voice, and her greatest desire is to love Him and love others deeply. 00:31 - Episode summary 01:30 - Introduction 01:57 - Kicked out of the country 04:27 - The normal life for international Christians 06:15 - How to pray for Christians across the world 07:26 - The presence of God in difficulty 10:05 - Growing through struggle 11:41 - How did God call you into missions? 13:22 - Moments of significance 14:28 - What were your initial goals of ministry? 15:23 - Time in Sudan and Egypt 17:08 - The struggle of evacuating Sudan 19:22 - Loving the vulnerable 20:10 - What does your husband do? 20:57 - A return to the US 22:56 - There is always a dream 23:53 - Continue walking in the calling 25:00 - Understanding sense of self 26:24 - How is the transition for your husband? 27:40 - The marketplace matters 29:50 - Internet and book resources 31:17 - How can we best pray for you? 32:10 - Closing comments and podcast recommendations Guest Resources Email: Check Show Notes Website: iambethwatkins.com Instagram: @weareteamwatkins Facebook: @iambethwatkins Twitter: @iambethwatkins Walter Brueggemann books of sermons: https://amazon.com/dp/B005KM78X0/ Assimilate or Go Home by D.L. Mayfield: https://amazon.com/dp/B018E25PZK Voice of Witness books: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00WQ5FRNM Additional Resources No Campus Left podcast. Find that and more at MissionalAudio.com Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Heart Language: How to Show Jesus in Poland , with Matthew Meyer – EM223 44:02

8 years ago44:02

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In ministry, the main point should always be to share the love of Jesus, and that’s exactly what Matthew Meyer works to do. Over the last few months, he and his wife have worked in Poland through IMB (a Christian missions organization). Having grown up in Alaska, he seems to be handling the cold weather well! During their time in Poland, Matthew and his wife have been working with a local team on building and growing a church plant. Their goal is to expand the church plant into a second near the end of this year. In this episode, hear about his joys and challenges of ministry, the importance of heart languages, and the process of following Jesus. 00:32 - Episode summary 01:42 - Introduction 02:02 - Connections between Alaska and Poland 03:26 - The spiritual temperature of Poland 04:57 - Challenges of sharing the Gospel 09:17 - Bridging the Gap 11:51 - A college missions trip 14:38 - The impact of God’s revelation 16:46 - Following Jesus step by step 23:41 - The first day of Poland 26:15 - Sharing Christ with the Poles 31:27 - Is there anything that you miss? 34:11 - A call to missions 37:32 - Internet and book resources 38:42 - What can we pray for you? 41:08 - Podcast recommendation and closing comments Guest Resources: Email : ( check show notes ) IMB Website : http://imb.org Resources Doing Ministry Well , recommended from MissionalAudio.com Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail : https://engagingmissions.com/voicemail Become a Patron : https://engagingmissions.com/patron Subscribe : https://engagingmissions.com/subscribe Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Never Too Old: How to Follow Jesus Across America, with Gordy Entzminger – EM222 26:29

8 years ago26:29

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In this special episode, Bryan’s dad, Gordon Entzminger, joins in to talk about his involvement with US MAPS. This organization, run through Assemblies of God, partners with churches across the US to complete construction and evangelism projects. Gordon and his wife participate in this ministry while also working part time. One noticeable part about Gordon is his strong relationship with the Lord. He talks about God’s faithfulness in his life, habits for spiritual growth, and how to walk in obedience. Also, he’s a reminder that a person is never too old to participate in ministry. 00:27 - Episode summary 01:47 - Introduction 02:21 - The eternal impact of ministry 03:15 - What is the common thread? 03:56 - Signs of faithfulness 04:30 - Did you expect to be in ministry? 05:30 - Would you change your story? 05:49 - Seeing God’s provision throughout life 06:50 - Daily practices of faith 07:54 - What has God shown you this year? 08:25 - Bringing light to the path ahead 09:20 - The catalyst towards ministry 10:44 - Learning to depend on others 11:25 - What is US MAPS? 12:33 - A growth in perspective 12:51 - Requirements of ministry 13:45 - Maintaining focus on ministry 14:12 - The challenges of Kingdom work 15:03 - Making priorities 15:30 - What makes it worth it? 16:01 - Bearing fruit through the work 17:13 - Doing what matters 17:59 - Not for you to know 18:57 - For those close to retirement 19:52 - Financial suggestions 21:29 - Book suggestions 22:05 - How can we pray for you? 22:39 - Ways to connect with you 23:05 - Closing remarks Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Subscribe to the Show Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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Engaging Missions in 2018 – EM221 16:50

8 years ago16:50

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Wondering what's going on with the Engaging Missions Show? Well, after some rest and hearing from you, we're returning strong but with some changes. Listen to learn more about what you can look forward to in 2018. 00:25 - Welcome! Here's what we're talking about 02:07 - What's been happening while the Engaging Missions Show has been on hiatus? 03:59 - Here's what I've learned about you! 06:44 - Here's what you shared is great about the Engaging Missions Show and what could be better. 09:10 - Here's what I'm planning for the Engaging Missions Show in 2018. 12:47 - Prayer requests and immediate needs. Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Subscribe to the Show Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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From Church Plant Worship Leader To Life After Fat Pants, with Jeremy Rochford – EM220 51:42

8 years ago51:42

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When you see life as an act of worship, then that worship can spread into everyday things like losing weight. In this episode, Jeremy Rochford joins in to talk about his ministry as a weight loss trainer. He was a worship leader for some time, but now he sees his training as a form of worship and ministry. Jeremy shares about his own weight loss story and how God impacted him through it. He is passionate about weight loss and using it as a form of ministry. Because of his story, he is able to tell people about what Jesus has done in his life. 00:24 - Episode summary 01:43 - Introduction 02:07 - What would you say to the past you? 03:35 - The role of a worship leader 05:40 - Using talents for the Kingdom 08:08 - How did you let people into the team? 12:08 - Screening for issues of the heart 17:12 - Involvement in church plants 17:39 - Was weight an issue in ministry? 27:17 - The transformation of obedience 33:53 - Physical and spiritual change 40:06 - The eternal value of weight loss training 42:35 - How can we best pray for you? 44:09 - Closing thoughts 44:42 - Podcast recommendation and updates Guest Resources: Website: JeremyRochford.com Email: ( check show notes ) Facebook: @JeremyRochford Twitter: @JeremyRochford Resources A Sent Life , recommended from MissionalAudio.com Global Initiative: https://engagingmissions.com/fund16 Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Subscribe to the Show Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Burmese Karen Refugee: How to Love & Serve Like Jesus, with Bob Druecker – EM219 43:00

8 years ago43:00

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God has some amazing ways of bringing things full circle. On this week’s podcast, Bob Druecker comes to talk about his work with the Karen people in the Nashville area. His story is filled with many twists and turns as God led him into this ministry. Because of the refugees from Karen, Bob was able to find his way back into ministry and help this community. During the show, Bob shares various stories about his life. Also, he talks about a movie that was made based on his work with the Karen people through his church - All Saints. Through it all, God’s hand is clearly evident in his life and testimony. 00:24 - Episode Summary 01:55 - Introduction 02:19 - A transformation of the heart 08:09 - The moves of God for the underserved 09:45 - The story of the Karen in Nashville 15:09 - Results of being faithful 21:22 - Coming full circle in ministry 22:55 - What keeps you going in frustrating times? 24:07 - Changes in the future 26:19 - Unexpected events and adventures 29:54 - What is it like to come here? 35:23 - The emotional and spiritual needs of refugees 36:39 - How can we best pray for you? 37:28 - Closing thoughts 38:14 - Podcast recommendations and announcements Resources Strike the Match , recommended from MissionalAudio.com Global Initiative: https://engagingmissions.com/fund16 Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Subscribe to the Show Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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How to Get the Most From Special Events – EM218 26:14

8 years ago26:14

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Whether you’re out and about or attending a missions event, it’s easy to miss opportunities. But the great new is that it’s not hard to take advantage of them if you do a few simple things. Here’s what helped me make the most of a recent podcasting event. Even though I was the only faith-based podcaster there, I was able to make some great connections, find potential guests and listeners, and was encouraged because of what happened. And not only did it encourage me and lead to new connections, I was able to pick up some ideas that I hope to use to improve THIS show. Listen to discover what worked for me (and a couple of things I got wrong). 00:24 - Episode Summary 00:45 - Welcome new subscribers 01:17 - Opportunity to partner with Global Initiative 01:53 - Why it's important to be strategic when we're out and about. 04:15 - Do you like this format? Before the Event 05:33 - Know why you're planning to go 06:52 - Build a rough plan 08:15 - Figure out what you need During the Event 09:30 - Work your plan 10:11 - Be memorable and engaging 12:39 - Look for unexpected ideas, experiences, and opportunities 17:40 - Have ways to remember stuff After the Event 18:39 - Debrief 19:53 - Build a plan 20:47 - Work the plan Summary 21:24 - Just being out and attending isn't necessarily enough 21:32 - What are you going to do differently the next time you're out and about or headed to an event? 22:13 - Audio Book Recommendation Episode Links Radical: http://amzn.to/2sAxrz7 Impact Filter: http://now.strategiccoach.com/10xtalk Missional Audio: http://missionalaudio.com Global Initiative: https://engagingmissions.com/fund16 Show Links Facebook : @EngagingMissions Messenger : @EngagingMissions Twitter : @EngagingMission Leave a Voicemail Become a Patron Subscribe to the Show Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.” Mentioned in this episode: Consider Partnering with Megavoice Audio Bibiles Megavoice provides solar-powered audio Bibles to make the Good News accessible to all. Please take a moment to see what they're doing and consider whether they might be a good fit for your giving. Megavoice Audio Bibles This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy Blubrry - https://create.blubrry.com/resources/about-blubrry/privacy-policy…

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The Lost Word: How to Let Jesus Lead in the Church, with Steve Simms – EM217 43:02

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